Internships available

The Joint Learning Initiative on Faith and Local Communities (JLI) seeks full and appropriate engagement of faith-based groups in the achievement of the SDGs through effective partnerships with public sector and secular entities, as well as among religious groups themselves. In support of this goal JLI gathers and communicates evidence for faith groups’ capacities activities and contributions to international development and humanitarian policy makers and practitioners. JLI works globally through Learning Hubs, publications and conferences.

Possible internship projects

We currently have a couple internship opportunities for an 8-12 week projects, working under the supervision of JLI’s Knowledge Manager

Lead board profile development includes profile page, posts, communications from board websites

Create and populate social media posts related to board & advisory group organizations

Assist KM in finding, and developing resources, assess the current resources available on the hub sites and ensure resources are formatted and tagged appropriately

Create and post blogs & news related to religion and development

Potential projects with Learning Hubs as possible

Requirements

Coursework and experience in global health & development, religion and development or related fields

Research skills and interest

Strong writer, editor and communicator

WordPress experience preferred

Commitment of 15 hours per week for 8 weeks

Benefits

There is a stipend of $800 per internship, payable in two parts at the end of each month on submission of time sheets.

Flexible hours, much of the work being virtual

Exposure to latest issues in religion and global development

Mentorship

Possible invitations to participate in external meetings, including at the World Bank, USAID, United States Institute of Peace, and United Nations

How to Apply

Please email your resume,short (2 page max) writing sample, and cover letter stating how your qualifications meet the requirements, please note which hubs you are most interested in to Stacy Nam, JLI Knowledge Manager at [email protected]. Internships at JLI are on a rolling basis, so please apply as soon as convenient.